King Richard

Allium cepa

This is a summer leek that we have been selecting for winter hardiness. Great for baby veg or can be left to size up as a tall slender leek with more tender and edible greens than winter varieties.

Certified Organic

Growing instructions

Start indoors in February/March for summer harvest. Start fall/overwintering varieties in March/May. Germination in 8-16 days. Sow seeds 1cm deep, thin to 1cm apart. Transplant when seedlings reach 20cm tall. Spacing 45cm apart in row and 10-15cm apart. Prefers soil of a neutral pH in full sun.